The gate of the government primary school in village Kaire, Punjab
People crossing the Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly river, Kolkata

National Awards To Teachers (Higher Education)

The purpose of National Awards to Teachers is to celebrate the unique contribution of some of the finest teachers in the country and to honor those teachers who through their commitment and industry have not only improved the quality of school education but also enriched the lives of their students.

At a glance

What the myScheme listing says about National Awards To Teachers (Higher Education)
LevelCentral government
Issued byMinistry of Education
States and UTsAll India
Areas
Scheme forIndividuals
TagsTeacher, Educational, Awards, National

Before you apply

Information from the myScheme snapshot, Aug 2026. Confirm it on the official page: eligibility, documents, benefits and deadlines are set by the issuing department and are not part of this listing.

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